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The Look for Less: Christian Louboutin Chiffon Peep Toe Pumps


Christian Louboutin's pleated chiffon peep-toe pumps originally sold for $875 at Neiman Marcus.




Reese Witherspoon wore her pair to the Rendition premiere in Italy way back in October 2007.


Now Forever 21 is carrying the look for less with these open toe shoes that have a sheer mesh construction with pleated details and a satin back. Click the image above if you're interested in purchasing these beauties for just $29.80 at forever21.com.

Norma Kamali Fall Suiting Collection Now at Walmart.com


Norma Kamali Fall Suiting Collection Now at Walmart.com

Just in, Norma Kamali's fall suiting collection is now available at Walmart.com, and includes suiting separates like pants, blazers, vests and skirts all priced under $20. If you're looking for an interview look on a budget or just need some more professional pieces for your wardrobe, check them out—and use your imagination, the stark styling and mostly gray palette isn't exactly inspiring but it's what you do with these pieces that matters. Click through to see three more looks.

Beauty Review: Jillian Dempsey for Avon Professional Duo Eye Enhancer


Beauty Review: Jillian Dempsey for Avon Professional Duo Eye Enhancer

Recently I received a complimentary sample of new Jillian Dempsey for Avon Professional Duo Eye Enhancer in Bronze/Warm Brown ($9.00 through Avon reps or at avon.com). While this isn't a product I would have selected for myself (I fear metallic liquid shadows), it's proven to be a simple, effective makeup tool for getting a great, glowing summer eye look in a minute! I guess I should have had more faith in Hollywood makeup artist Jillian Dempsey, who teamed up with Avon to create this and other clever beauty products that multi-task, aimed at saving you time and money.